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Smart, Safe & Sustainable Summit 2025

June 27, The Londoner Hotel

AltoVita's Smart, Safe, Sustainable Summit is returning to London for its 5th edition, bigger and better than ever.

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Agenda

08:00 - 09:00: Registration & Breakfast
09:00 - 09:15: Welcome and opening remarks

Vivi Cahyadi Himmel, CEO, AltoVita

Karolina Saviova, COO, AltoVita

09:15 - 09:40: Rising to the Sustainability Data Challenge

Panel discussion moderated by Shradha Batra Mithal, AltoVita

How do global mobility and business travel managers harness technology to select accommodation that aligns with their corporation’s sustainability goals?

Panellists:
Guia Trinidad, Talent Mobility Partner, Stripe

Sus Banerjee, Head of Commercial and Operations, TruTrip

Suvarna Mishra, CHRO, Sodexo

Naveen Marshal, Senior Manager Global Mobility, Siemens

09:40 - 10:05: Fireside Chat: Blending Data With a Human Touch — AltoInsights Preview
Vivi Cayhadi Himmel, CEO, AltoVita

Kerwin Guillermo, HR Compliance Global Mobility, HPE

10:05 - 10:20: Coffee Networking Break
10:20 - 10:45: Innovative Accommodation Sourcing

Panel Discussion moderated by Peggy Ng, AltoVita

What are the solutions that drive innovation to help mobility and travel managers access diverse accommodation types, and still maintain the highest safety standards and drive savings in a cost-conscious landscape?

Panellists:
Arabelle Chaw, Director Global Account Management, Sirva

Spencer Reynolds, Takeda Pharmaceuticals

10:45 - 11:10: Data-Driven Approaches to Talent Strategies

Fireside chat: Jingpei Lin, AltoVita, and 
Rowen Wong, Regional APAC Manager, WHR Global.

How can global mobility management programs better use data intelligence to establish the link between talent development, retention and relocations?

11:10 - 11:20: Coffee Break
11:20 - 11:50: Roundtables
There will be three 30-minute roundtable discussions held simultaneously (each hosted by an expert) that focus on specific topics. We'll then spend a short period of time discussing any feedback or findings from each group.
11:20 - 11:50: Roundtable 1: Embedding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in your Program

Effective strategies to infuse diversity, equity and inclusion within a corporate housing program, and how to implement them.

Host: Mario Ferraro, Global Leader, Client Strategy, ITX

11:20 - 11:50: Roundtable 2: Evolving Travel & Mobility Policies With Smarter Technology

How can businesses leverage artificial intelligence to create a modern global talent mobility and travel management programme?

Host: Shradha Batra Mithal, AltoVita

11:20 - 11:50: Roundtable 3: Uniting Business Travel and Global Mobility
Making the case for greater collaboration between two differing departments.

Host: Selena Shen, Manager, Client Services, Altair Global
11:50 - 12:20: Roundtable Feedback
12:20 - 13:30: Closing remarks & Lunch
The AltoVita team will close the event and we'll spend some time over lunch networking.

Countdown to the 2025 Summit:

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About the Smart, Safe, Sustainable Summit

AI, personalisation, and guest experience will be the focal points at the Smart, Safe, Sustainable Summit in London on June 27. This annual flagship event will specifically reveal how AI is enhancing the booking and guest experience, and most importantly, it will explore the future of personalisation to enhance the overall travel experience. Additionally, we will discuss Gen Z and how companies should begin to plan and adapt for this tech-savvy generation that prioritises experiences.

AI and Guest Experience

Last year's Summit focused on how integrating technology can lead to more efficient booking methods. We heard from impressive speakers like PwC, who shared how streamlining their programmes resulted in a 30% cost reduction.

This year, the emphasis is on technology and enhancing the traveller's experience. From panel discussions in the main theater to product demos and breakout sessions, this year is centered on enriched experiences and uncovering Gen Z. We will unveil our latest product, AltoCore, our mobile app, and the diverse AI features designed to improve your performance. We will also share the stage with clients who have demonstrated great ROI since shifting to AltoVita's as their corporate accommodation solution.

Corporate travel and mobility managers, along with relocation companies, are invited to join us on June 27 to collaboratively explore the challenges surrounding AI, hyper-personalization, and Gen Z!

 

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A Grand Stage for the Smart, Safe and Sustainable Summit

This year's Summit is set to take place at two of London’s most distinguished venues—The Odeon and The Londoner—a perfect fusion of charm and contemporary elegance.

The Odeon, renowned for its cinematic legacy, offers a stunning backdrop that blends old-world grandeur with modern sophistication. Its iconic architecture and immersive atmosphere will set the stage for inspiring keynotes, insightful discussions, and game-changing industry insights.

The Londoner, a beacon of luxury and refinement, provides an exclusive space for high-level networking and curated experiences. With its elegant design and state-of-the-art facilities, it’s the ideal setting to connect, collaborate, and celebrate innovation in corporate accommodation.

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at these exceptional venues as we bring together industry leaders, visionaries, and partners to shape the future of corporate accommodation.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

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Agenda

Join us for a day filled with insightful panels, engaging fireside chats, live product demos, interactive roundtables, and plenty of opportunities to connect over coffee, lunch, and drinks. Please note this agenda is subject to change.

8:30 - 9:00: Registration & Breakfast
9:00 - 9:30: Welcome & Overview of AltoVita
Vivi Himmel, CEO & Co-founder of AltoVita
Karolina Saviova, COO & Co-founder of AltoVita
09:30-10:00: Room for Improvement: The Headaches of Policy Compliance

Ben Oghene, CEO, The Cozm

Soren Sturup-Toft, Immigration & Global Mobility Lead, EMEA & APJ, Databricks

Sigrid Nauwelaerts, Head of Global Mobility

Moderator: Beverly King, Director of Client Partnerships, AltoVita

10:00 - 10:30: Product Demo: AltoCore Fully Managed
10:30 - 11:00: Coffee & Networking
11:00 - 11:30: Will Real-Time Booking Ever Be Available in Corporate Accommodation?
11:30 - 12:00: Raising the Benchmark for Corporate Accommodation: How AltoVita and JLL Are Shaping the Future of Extended Stays

Tom Fleming, Director of Client Development, AltoVita

12:00 - 12:30: Sponsored Panel by Relocity: Plug In and Go: How Integration & AI Are Changing the Game for Ecosystem Partners and the Employee Experience
Moderator: William Taylor, Senior VP of Partnerships, Relocity
12:30 - 13:30: Networking Lunch
13:30-14:00: Product Demo: How AltoVita Is Building AI Features to Enhance Product Experience
14:00 - 14:30: Rewriting the Rules: Disrupting Temporary Housing with Data & AI to Improve Employee Experience

Carla Campbell-Smith, Global Move Manager, Squarepoint Capital

Karen FitzGerald, VP Head of Global Mobility, NBCUniversal

Emma Balogun, Talent Mobility Business Partner, EMEA and APAC, Stripe

Moderator: Apurva Poddar, Senior Client Development Manager, AltoVita

14:30 - 15:30: Coffee & Roundtables
Topic 1: DE&I: Accessibility in Corporate Accommodations

Thomas Standring, Head of Mobility, Takeda

Lucinda Hindmarsh, Senior Client Development Manager, AltoVita

Topic 2: Politics & Passports: The Corporate Travel & Mobility Response to Geopolitical Change

Ellen Shipley, Head of Global Mobility, Slalom

Beverly King, VP of Client Partnerships, AltoVita

Topic 3: Gen Z on the Move: Rethinking Corporate Stay Experience for the Next Generation

Kate Draper, Global Key Account Manager, Staycity Group – An Aparthotel Family

Nandor Ljubanovic, Account Executive, AltoVita

Topic 4: India Market Dynamics: Navigating Pricing Strategies in High-Demand Cities

Dilkash Iqbal, Global Mobility & Immigration Lead, Sahaj Software

Apurva Poddar, Senior Client Development Manager, AltoVita 

15:30 - 16:00: Product Launch: Guest Experience Mobile App
16:00 - 16:30: Closing Remarks
Kerwin Guillermo, Global Head of HR Compliance Enablement, Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Vivi Himmel, CEO & Co-founder of AltoVita
Karolina Saviova, COO & Co-founder of AltoVita
16:30 - 19:00: Networking Drinks

Our speakers

Karen FitzGerald
Karen FitzGerald

VP Head of Global Mobility

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Emma Balogun
Emma Balogun

Talent Mobility Business Partner, EMEA and APAC

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William Taylor
William Taylor

Senior VP of Partnerships

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Soren Sturup-Toft
Soren Sturup-Toft

Immigration & Global Mobility Lead, EMEA & APJ

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Sigrid Nauwelaerts
Sigrid Nauwelaerts

Head of Global Mobility

Ben Oghene
Ben Oghene

CEO

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Global Move Manager

Kerwin Guillermo
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Global Head of HR Compliance Enablement

Ellen Shipley
Ellen Shipley

Head of Global Mobility

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Thomas Standring
Thomas Standring

Head of Mobility

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Global Mobility & Immigration Lead

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Kate Draper

Global Key Account Manager

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Our Sustainability Pledge

At AltoVita, sustainability is more than a concept; it's a commitment to a future we all share. Every aspect of our operations, including our events, are designed to reduce our environmental impact and promote conscious choices.

As part of our ESG initiative we have taken steps to ensure our practices are mindful of the environment. We’ve eliminated printed materials to reduce paper waste and we have chosen not to serve red meat at our events. 

At AltoVita, we are committed to reaching Net Zero by 2030. To support this, while filling out the registration form to attend, we ask all attendees to select their means of transportation to the event, helping us better understand and calculate transportation-related emissions. 

These are just a few examples of our efforts towards minimising our ecological impact. Read more about our Environmental, Social and Governance policy. 

 

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Our Media Partners

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AltoVita's Design Thinking Week

April, 2025

In April, we will conduct three design thinking workshops alongside our innovative Product Managers. These workshops aim to partner with leaders in global talent mobility and business travel to propel our product development roadmap forward. By taking part in these sessions, you will have a direct influence on our product launches and contribute to shaping the future of corporate accommodation technology.

These product developments will be demonstrated at the Summit on June 27.

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Previous Editions of the Smart, Safe, Sustainable Summit

Bangalore 2024 

With an opening session, panel discussion and roundtables the morning provided valuable insight into the future of corporate housing for global mobility and travel managers with a special focus on India's booming market.  

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London 2024

The Summit last year was highly successful due to the new content format. We divided the content between the main room and two breakout rooms, where intimate product demonstrations took place and roundtable discussions focused on specific topics.

Singapore 2023 

With three panel discussions and an opening session, the morning provided valuable insight into the future of corporate housing for global mobility and travel managers with a special focus on the APAC region.  

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